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JAKE WHITE wants to ramp up player negotiations to get ''clarity'' for the ACT Brumbies' future, and believes there will be a ''domino effect'' as he continues to put long-term faith in his squad.

The Brumbies are in talks to keep halfback Nic White in the capital until at least the 2015 season but insist a deal hasn't been finalised.

White is also trying to secure some of his off-contract players - including versatile back-rower Colby Faingaa - as he puts his four-year plan in place.

Big plans ... Jake White with Ben Mowen. Photo: Getty Images

White is seeking clarification from several players about their plans to stay in Canberra or move to a new team.

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The South African is keen to have the majority of his off-contract players on new deals in the coming months as he juggles a 30-man squad and the ARU's salary cap.

Brumbies captain Ben Mowen and Wallabies Ben Alexander, Stephen Moore and David Pocock have already signed until the end of 2015, which coincides with the final year of White's contract. The coach views Nic White as an important part of the Brumbies becoming the best team in the competition.

However, they have also expressed interest in former Wallabies No.9 Luke Burgess, who will return from a stint in France later this year. It's understood White's decision to stay or go will be the determining factor in whether the Brumbies chase Burgess's signature.

It's likely White will recommit to the Brumbies despite lucrative overseas offers, but negotiations are ongoing. ''We're still finalising our squad … with salary caps and limited players in a squad, one of the things you need is clarity as soon as you can,'' Jake White said.

''We're working with Nic, it would be fantastic if he decides to stay because he has proved his talent, not only for the Brumbies but also for Australia in the future.''

White established himself as one of the most promising halfbacks in Australia with a breakout season last year.

He earned a place in the Wallabies game-day squad for the Rugby Championships, but he failed to get on the field with Will Genia playing 80 minutes in each match.

With Genia getting extended game time, White had shoulder surgery to prepare for the Brumbies' 2013 season.

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